Moose Jaw
accommodations provide another option for those looking for a
broader selection of hotels. Moose Jaw is a 15 minute drive east of
Caronport.

Regina
accommodations are an ideal option after a long flight.
Caronport is approximately one hour west of Regina on the Trans
Canada highway.

Regina Airport
is only one hour from Caronport. Many of our students and visiting
parents choose to fly into and out of Regina.

Tourism
Saskatchewan will provide you with valuable information on the
sights and events around the province.

If you need help finding a ride from the airport to Caronport,
please contact us at 1-800-667-5199.

For any further questions about visiting our campus, please
contact us at info@briercrest.ca.

Parent to Parent

The following section highlights some of the thoughts and
reflections of parents who have sent their kids to Briercrest.

"Almost ten years ago we encouraged our son to attend
Briercrest for a year after leaving high school. He did, and it has
had a significant positive impact on him. My wife and I believe
that the Christian context within which Briercrest delivers its
educational programs is an excellent base on which to build and
function in today's society."

Michel Bell, Managing God's Money Ministries

"Parents who seek to have their kids oriented toward living a
godly life through their teen years and carry on through young
adulthood should put Briercrest at the top of their list."

Geoffrey Heth
Associate Pastor
Bow Valley Alliance Church
College '93

Praying for your son or daughter

Leaving for college for the first time may be a difficult
transition-for both you and your son or daughter. He or she will be
facing a number of new challenges, and you might wonder how you can
help from home. One of the best things you can do is pray. These
are some suggestions for you as you pray for your child throughout
the school year:

August

Being away from home, family, and friends for an extended
period of time.

Adjusting to a new culture and possibly a new climate.

Learning to share a bedroom, bathroom, and eating space.

Developing a good relationship with roommates.

Learning how to be wise with money.

September

Keeping up with the sometimes overwhelming pace of Week of
Welcome.

Learning how to deal with possible conflicts with
roommates.

Making wise choices in the midst of a lot of freedom all at
once.

Overcoming concerns with grades; dealing with personal
limitations.

Safeguarding faith in God.

Building strong friendships.

October

Exploring and developing new ideas.

Preparing for the academic stress of midterm exams and major
assignments.

Overcoming possible homesickness.

Time management, procrastination.

Staying healthy by exercising, eating well, and getting enough
rest.

Questioning the choice of a field of study.

Learning to live with the challenges of residence living.

For a restful, enjoyable Thanksgiving weekend.

November

Feeling burned out.

Dealing with the possible depression that comes with the onset
of winter and very cold weather.

Making decisions about next semester.

Avoiding sickness and fatigue.

December

Stress over final papers and exams.

Leaving friends and familiar surroundings for the
holidays.

Final decisions about next semester.

Saying goodbye to friends.

January

Perhaps adjusting to a new roommate.

Beginning new classes, possibly making up for a disappointing
performance in the fall semester.

Missing friends who did not return to campus.

Getting back into studies after the holiday.

February

Missing family.

Valentine's Day depression if not involved in a
relationship.

March

Mid-term exams and assignments.

Low energy levels.

Searching for summer employment.

Planning for modular week.

Making plans for next year's classes and living
arrangements.

April

Feeling pressured by deadlines and final exams.

Remaining focused on studies as the weather warms up.

Thinking about coming home.

Saying goodbye to friends, dealing with closure.

Anxiety over summer employment.

Insurance Needs

Dorm Students

Dorm students are strongly advised to ensure
that their content insurance needs are covered either through a
family plan or through separate insurance arrangements.
Student possessions are not covered under the
institution's insurance policy. Some homeowner policies will cover
students while in residence, but it is the responsibility of the
student to see that this is in place.

Alternate Housing Students

Students living in rental accommodations out of dorm will need
to have content/possession insurance for their belongings.

Recreation

Churches

Moose Jaw has many thriving churches, encompassing many
denominations, such as Church of God, Baptist, Presbyterian,
Pentecostal, Alliance, Mennonite Brethren, Anglican, Lutheran,
United, Catholic, and more. For a full listing, visit http://www.mjchurches.com/

Charitable Giving

Parents are partners in education. One way to further your
partnership with us is through charitable giving. Through the
generous support of donors, students' total educational costs are
subsidized by 11 per cent, helping us provide the best education
possible at an affordable price.

Continuing Education

Maybe, as a parent, you've been looking for an opportunity to
continue your own education. At Briercrest, you'll find some unique
opportunities that fit your life:

Distance Learning
Our distance learning courses offer an excellent opportunity for
you to take classes for personal growth or to work toward a degree.
To graduate from our seminary with a master's degree, we require
only ten classes in resisdence. Students can complete the remainder
through distance learning.

Modular Education
Our seminary's unique format of modular education attracts
students from around the world and opens doors for those who remain
employed in work or ministry during their studies. As a result,
students who would have had to rely solely on distance education
are able to access classroom learning with other students and
excellent faculty.

Certificate of the Seminary
If you're not looking for a master's degree, consider taking the
Certificate of the Seminary. This certificate is designed for
individuals wanting to learn and grow in an academic context, and
provides a high level of flexibility.

For more information about the Certificate of the Seminary, click here.

Class Auditing
If earning credit is not a priority for you, we invite you to
audit classes. This may be the perfect way for you to commit to
learning on an ongoing basis, and our modular format makes it very
accessible.